Epinions Recent Reviews for wvabackpacker

The Magnum XL of the tent world. Big, strong, and lasts all night long.

Sun, 24 Oct 2004 22:54:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - MSR Missing Link ~Introduction- Looking for a shelter that is roomy for two but light enough for one to carry? Then you're at the right place. The award winning MSR Missing Link tent is both lightweight, roomy, and effective...

DEFY GRAVITY: Sleep in the sky!

Tue, 12 Oct 2004 21:58:53 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - Explorer Ultralight Asym by Hennessy Hammocks ~Introduction- If you're looking for a lightweight 3-season solo shelter that's comfortable, cheap, easy to use and won't break the bank, then you're on the right track by reading this...

Take a bite out of this stake and it will take your tooth! Rocks beware!

Tue, 15 Jun 2004 22:04:29 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - MSR Groundhog Stakes *Some sites list them as Ground Hog. ~Introduction- When it comes to foul weather a properly staked tent can make the difference between an enjoyable trip or a bad trip. The cheap needle stakes provided with...

Keep your butt warm and dry in this backcountry recliner

Mon, 12 Apr 2004 16:50:59 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - Therm-a-Rest Lite 20 Camp Chair Kit ~Introduction- Finding a good place to sit in the backcountry can be a challenge, especially if it is raining or snowing. Fallen logs are great but a recent study indicated that they were the number...

The woods are scary at night if you don't have the right light.

Wed, 31 Mar 2004 21:25:08 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - -Petzl Tikka Plus LED Headlamp- ~Introduction- Still using an archaic handheld flashlight that weighs a ton and is only good for a few hours? Time to start using it as a paperweight and move on the LED headlamp revolution. Not only...

Sleep like a rock on top of the rocks while not carrying a rock.

Mon, 29 Mar 2004 18:44:07 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - Cascade Designs Therm-a-Rest Prolite 4 Regular ~Introduction- Comfort is king in camp. A good night in camp equals a good day in the outdoors. I used to try and save weight by using a closed-cell foam pad and I always had a hard time...

Don't like camping in a coffin? Well, this tent is a little bigger.

Thu, 25 Mar 2004 22:47:57 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - -Sierra Designs Ultra Lightyear CD Solo Tent- ~Introduction- Are you trying to lighten up your pack weight a bit? Do you want to be protected from bugs? Don't want a single wall tent? Do you think bivouacs are too confining and tarps...

The ultimate intermediate backpack for the pack mule trying to go lightweight.

Sun, 22 Feb 2004 02:18:16 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - -The Osprey Aether 60- ~Introduction- Have you been trying to go light but you can't seem to give up good hot food, a nice soft cushy bed, or maybe a gadget or two? Well then don’t worry. You too can lighten up your backpacking...

The ultimate guide to the COSI science center. Explore science, discover fun!

Fri, 2 Jan 2004 20:08:02 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - COSI: Center of Science and Industry ~Introduction- The Fascination Destination isn't what it used to be but as the old adage says, "nothing lasts forever." In November of 1999 the 36 year old science center moved over to the river...

Keep one in your closet. Keep one in your car. Be prepared!

Thu, 4 Dec 2003 21:53:11 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - Sweetwater Walkabout Filter Cartridge ~Price- I paid $24.95 for this replacement filter at RE
I.com.
~Notes- The first thing that I noticed when I opened my replacement filter was that...

You don't drink the muck, so why do you make your filter drink it?

Thu, 4 Dec 2003 21:46:49 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - SweetWater Prefilter ~Price- $8.95 at Moosjaw.com or you can get yours for free with the purchase of a S
weetwater
Walkabout or SweetWater Guardian Microfilter. ~Notes- Of the many...

Double the life of your micro water filter for only $9!

Sun, 30 Nov 2003 01:18:58 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - Sweetwater Siltstopper ~Price- I paid $9.95 for this prefilter at RE
I.com.
~Awards- None that I could find. ~ Test- I purchased this prefilter to go with my...

A NOT so great water filter for the solo backcountry traveler

Sat, 29 Nov 2003 01:52:51 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - Sweetwater Walkabout Microfilter ~Price- I paid a modest $44.95 for this filter at RE
I.com.
~Awards- None that I could find. ~Field Test- I've had this filter for about two...

Flashlights are a thing of the past. Multiple light-source headlamps are the future.

Mon, 28 Jul 2003 21:22:14 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - Award Winning Black Diamond Gemini Headlamp ~Introduction- No longer do serious ou...

REI.com and REI Outlet: A store that pays YOU to shop for all of your outdoor gear!

Mon, 7 Apr 2003 18:25:19 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - REI—A store that pays YOU to shop for all of your outdoor gear!

-I should be doing homework but for some reason I just can't resist writing reviews for Epinions. Allow me to note that this is my first review of an online store...

The perfect all around computer for a college student on the go.

Tue, 1 Apr 2003 20:06:32 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - The HP Pavilion ze4210 laptop computer.

~Price and availability-

The price on this laptop is the real kicker-$899. Available at your local Sam’s club. A membership will cost you $35 and is well worth the price for all...

A taste of South Carolina's backcountry from the viewpoint of a mountaineer.

Mon, 31 Mar 2003 17:52:44 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - Francis Marion National Forest, South Carolina

~The Forest-

Francis Marion National Forest is a 254,550 acre forest system in the southeastern part of South Carolina spanning Charleston and Berkeley Counties. The park...

Why not have some luxury in the woods?

Fri, 28 Mar 2003 22:18:36 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - Cascade Designs Therm-a-Rest Luxury LE

~Price-

Actually I didn't pay for this—it was a gift for Christmas. However, my mother paid $100 for it plus $9 shipping at http://www.rei.com. If you are an REI member (which...

Small business owners rejoice! An economical and reliable printer that's fast!

Wed, 26 Mar 2003 21:48:07 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - Samsung ML-1450 Personal Laser Printer

~Price paid-

$299 with a $50 mail in rebate and a $50 instant rebate at MicroCenter (so $199 is how much it cost me but I paid $249). Similar prices are available online, however, I...

A lightweight 3 to 4 season tent for two that won't break the bank

Sun, 23 Mar 2003 03:25:13 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - ~The REI Half Dome Plus 2 Tent~

~Introduction-

What if there was an inexpensive three season tent that was lightweight, durable, and could be used in four seasons without an upgrade? Well, there is: The REI Half...

Keep your warmth up and the weight, cost, and size down.

Wed, 19 Mar 2003 20:43:18 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - ~The North Face Kilo Down Bag~

~Introduction-

Looking for an inexpensive sleeping bag that offers comfort, compressibility, warmth and a very low weight? Then The North Face Kilo Down Bag is for you and at...

Pack everything! The Shasta will hold it and carry it comfortably!

Mon, 17 Mar 2003 20:27:03 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - ~The Gregory Shasta 2002, Adventure Series~

~What’s new?-

The Shasta has been around for awhile but Gregory has made some upgrades in 2002. What’s new for 2002? Well, according to the Gregory website...

HP Pavilion xf335 AMD Athlon 1.5 GHz / 20 GB / 256 MB / 14.1" XGA TFT / Win XP Home / Notebook Computer: The best laptop available for around $1000 bucks

Mon, 18 Nov 2002 04:07:03 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - Wow, it’s been awhile since I’ve written an epinion, so here we go.

The HP Pavilion Xf335 ze1000 series laptop computer.

~Price and availability-

Let’s start with the price. $1,098 available at your...

Keyhole State Park, the perfect stop for your drive in to Yellowstone

Mon, 19 Aug 2002 14:39:25 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - Keyhole State Park

On our non-stop drive to Yellowstone Nation Park this summer—driving finally got to us. About an hour into Wyoming going westbound on I-90 we saw a sign for a lake with camping.

~Directions-

Near the...

ETRADE: ETrade Mortgage and Lending, not for the young or first time buyer!

Wed, 14 Aug 2002 22:52:09 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author wvabackpacker - I am currently in the process of purchasing my first home. After three years of apartment life I have grown tired of throwing my money away. If I have to pay for living space, I want to build equity and keep what I pay.

As an avid computer...